Konya Chamber of Commerce (KTO) Karatay University was established in 2009 by Konya Chamber of Commerce, which has more than 26,000 members. With 6 faculties, 3 colleges, 3 vocational schools and 1 institute, KTO Karatay University provides education services to approximately 8,500 students, 600 of which are international students, and KTO Karatay University today has a total area of 530,020 m2, of which 94,944 m2 is closed and 435,076 m2 is open space. We are proud to say that the rate of international students studying at our university is 7%, which is well above the Turkish average, and 64 countries are represented on our campus.

As a deep-rooted representative of the education world, KTO Karatay University continues its efforts to achieve successes that will shape the future of humanity as a requirement of its historical responsibility. In this context, scholarship exams are held every year for international students. As a result of the scholarship exams that will be held online on May 20 in 5 languages, namely Turkish, Arabic, English, Russian and French, 100%, 50% and 25% scholarship opportunities are provided to students. For the 2022-2023 academic year, it opens its doors to a total of 1400 students, including the Pilotage department at undergraduate and associate degree levels.

• Peer Support Program

Students coming from different secondary education traditions tend to get unsuccessful grades, especially in their first year due to the problem of adaptation and not being able to focus on their courses at the university.

To help these students get higher grades and keep their merit-based scholarships KTO Karatay University offers Peer Support. When an international student fails a mid-term, he/she is matched with a student who has a good grade from that course. The failed student gets private lessons by his/her friend in the class without any fees.

To get Peer Support for your courses please inform the Office of International Relations as soon as possible so that our staff can find a successful student who may help you pass your courses.

• Sector Consultancy Program

Masters are meeting with apprentices! With the Sector Consultancy Program the experienced leaders of the business and industrial world, who are also members of The Konya Chamber of Commerce are matched with our freshmen. Sector consultants work in cooperation with the academic consultants of students to widen their horizons, help them draw a plan.

Students turn what they learn in classrooms into practice with the help of their sector consultants.

The program aims to improve the capacity of students as future entrepreneurs and vocational competent. So far around 3.000 students have been trained within the sector consultancy program. 

• Observe On-Site

This program can be regarded as the first step to applied career training. Students get the chance to observe at the workplace the work-flow, work-place rules, requirements of being a successful staff or manager. The 10 days observation period also allows our students to arrange an internship at the companies they observe. So far, hospitals banks, financial institutions, and private companies have been among the workplaces visited by our students.

• Barrier-Free Campus

KTO Karatay University offers the disabled students a barrier-free campus. The automatic lifts at the gates of all buildings and the top of all stairs enable our students to reach anywhere they want without any obstacles.

• Doing A Double Major

You can graduate with two diplomas thanks to the flexible Double Major system. The Double Major system at KTO Karatay University offers tens of different Double Major Programs. For instance, a student studying Sociology can do a double major in Psychology, or a student at International Trade and Logistics has the chance to study English Translation and Interpretation also.

• A Vast List Of Elective Courses

KTO Karatay University offers a vast list of electives to all associate and bachelor degree students to support them get specialized in as many areas as possible. The number of elective courses is above 200, and they are accessible regardless of the major of our students.

While making your list of electives you are advised to consult with your academic advisor to follow a path that will help you get specialized in a subject. First Aid, Photography, Methods to Overcome Stress, Yoga, Museums and Museology, World of Cosmetics, Backdoor of Science, Applied Entrepreneurship, Human Rights as just a few examples of the electives you may take during your study at KTO Karatay University.   

• International (Student Exchange) Opportunities

KTO Karatay University is a member of the Erasmus + program that enables all our international students to study at least one semester at a partner university in Europe. Our partners are located in Germany, Italy, Latvia, Poland, Denmark, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, and Macedonia. In addition to the learning experience abroad, our students can also get hands-on experience at a company or institution abroad through an Erasmus+ internship program.

Please keep your GPA high and improve your English language skills to be eligible for Erasmus learning and internship opportunities. Keeping in touch with the Erasmus Office will help you follow the announcements and get the chance to add yourself to an international edge.  

Along with the Erasmus program, KTO Karatay University is also a member of the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE) program that provides our students with the internship chance abroad. 

Details about international learning and hands-on experience: https://erasmus.karatay.edu.tr

• Internationally Valid Diploma Supplement

The Diploma Supplement (DS) is a document given in addition to a higher education diploma, aiming to reinforce international transparency and to ensure the academic and professional recognition of the skills and skills acquired, as well as documents such as diploma, degree, and certificate.

Konya hosts more than 130 thousand students with five universities. All of these students have notable reasons to choose Konya. When we have a close look at their reasons seven main factors stand out.

Safe and Peaceful City: Locals are welcoming. Many international students witness people paying for their dolmush (shared taxi) fees. Saying ‘’Oh no! Please put it back in your pocket. You are a student.’’ Or, there will be people buying you a meal. This habit of doing a favor to students derives from the idea of appreciating youth in search of knowledge; dominant teaching in Islam. And needless to say, the crime rate in the city is the lowest when compared to the other big cities of Turkey.

Hundreds of Majors Available: Five universities in Konya offer hundreds of majors from Shoe Design and Manufacturing to Islamic Economics and Pilot Training. The good thing is that all these departments are open to international students.

Affordable Learning Experience: Rent in Konya is, on average, 57% lower than in Istanbul. There are hundreds of public and private student dormitories close to universities. Students can also rent a house easily with friends. The student menu at universities is at most $2 and at a restaurant, students can enjoy a medium-size meal for $3. Restaurant prices in Konya are 41% lower than in Istanbul, and grocery prices are 8% lower than in Istanbul.

Konya has numerous transportation alternatives with a public bus, tram, and dolmush lines. With a student travel card which can be bought for around 90 Liras (around $14), students can travel the whole city either on a public bus or a tram for a month. One of the best things about transport in Konya is bicycles. Students can buy or rent a bicycle to commute in this absolutely smooth city.

Location: Literally, all roads lead to Konya. It is a hub for nationwide transportation. Students can travel to Ankara by fast-train in less than 2 hours and to Istanbul in less than 5 hours. Antalya and its sunny beaches are only 3 hours away by car. Eskişehir, another student city of Turkey is only 2 hours away by fast train.

Rich and High Cuisine: Since the city used to be the capital of Seljuks and Sufism, it inherited a culturally diverse and rich cuisine. Students living in Konya have the chance to eat like Sultans.

The Rising Business and Industrial Center of Anatolia: Konya is one of the most important employment centers with a highly developed and booming industry. Variety in manufacturing and developed industrial areas create employment fields. It is not surprising in Konya to see companies producing F1 simulators and plants making sugar-free biscuits. Students have the chance to gain practical experience through an internship at hundreds of companies.

For students studying Journalism, TV, and/or communication Konya offers a rich list of local newspapers, TVs, and radios.

Many Places To See: Konya offers an extensive list of places to visit for international students. Seljuk madrasas and mosques, Karatay Madrasa, Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi’s Tomb, Alaaddin Hill where the Seljuk palace was located, the Science Center, Salt Lake hosting thousands of flamingos every year, and Kilistra, the ancient Christian city are on the top of the places to visit list for the visitors of the city.

• How Much Do I Need Per Month?

Important:
1: The quota for Turkish nationalities is limited with 10% of the the total quotas for the Faculty of Law and Medicine.
2: Students of Pilot Training Department are required to pay an additional €55.000 flight training fee. This fee can be paid in installments by years as seen below:

3: Payment Options
Option 1: Get student loan (interest free) from the Turkish banks and pay in 10 installments without a discount (Valid for all departments, including Pilot Training department’s flight training fees)
Option 2: 6% discount when paid in full via bank transfer (Valid for all departments excluding Pilot Training department’s flight training fees)
Option 3: 5% discount when paid in full with a credit card (Valid for all departments excluding Pilot Training department’s flight training fees)

4: Students who get a 25% or 50% scholarship must pay the first semester's/year's tuition fee of their program even if they are required to take a Turkish or English language prep. course. Otherwise the scholarships will be invalid.  

5: For the 2022-2023 Academic Year 1 USD = 13 TL and 1 EURO = 15 TL.  

*For all Engineering programs (except Industrial Engineering) one-year-long English Preparatory Program is mandatory. For the Arabic-Turkish Translation and Interpreting program one year long Arabic; and for the English-Turkish Translation and Interpreting Program, one-year-long English Preparatory Program are mandatory. Students who meet the required language criteria are exempt from mandatory language training programs.
*Students who won a 100% scholarship are required to pay a refundable 250 USD (3250 TL) pre-registration fee (deposit) to secure their places. Students who get a 50% or 25% scholarship need to pay a 500 USD (6500 TL) deposit which will be deducted from the first year’s tuition fees. It should be noted that deposits are to secure your place and are not reimbursed when a student decides not to enroll, whose visa is denied or who want to cancel their registration for any other reason are not refundable.
*KTO Karatay University reserves the right to make changes in the quotas.